On a Tour to Puri you can venture upon excursions from Puri also. There are numerous exciting places near this city which enjoy both historical and aesthetic significance. The villages and towns near Puri are known for offering excellent sightseeing opportunities.

Puri excursions imply visiting different spots to satisfy different interests. If you like to visit spots which are culturally rich as well as enjoy great significance in the field of arts then Pipili is an ideal destination for you. It is located approximately 40 km away from Puri. The specialty of this region is its handicraft products of which appliqué work is highly appreciated. An elaborate use of this work you will find on bed sheets, lampshades, kid's garments and other items.

To make your travel around Puri more exciting and fascinating, you can call in Raghurajpur inn also. It is an attractive craft village. The specialty of this village is its "Patta Chitra" or leaf painting.

After a pleasure trip to these places on excursions from Puri, you feel to take up religious tour again then a visit to Sakhigopal Temple is worth considering. It is around 14 km from Puri. This exquisite temple is consecrated to Lord Krishna. Here you will be enthralled by the colossal image of the Lord Krishna. You can also proceed towards Ramachandi which houses a magnificent Ramachandi Temple

. The real fun of Puri excursions lies in planning a visit to Konark. This historical site features rich carvings and exclusive temple architectures. The best example of this is Konark Temple or the Sun Temple. Besides, you can also pay visit to the scenic Konark beach here. However, you can not afford to give Chilka Lake a miss. It is the largest lake of India and provides you ample opportunities for boating and fishing. You also get to see some of the migratory birds in this region.

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